Criminal Justice System

Read the Case Study, “Hurricane Katrina and the New Orleans Police Department” (p. 450) at the end of the chapter. How do you think New Orleans got to the point where it was necessary to take these sweeping steps?

Explain why corruption poses high costs to the police, the criminal justice system and society, and what those costs might entail. Explain the following questions based on the textbook:

  1. Does the “Rotten Apple” theory apply in this case or are there organizational issues beyond the theory at play? Why does the theory appeal to both citizens and police officials? Be sure to provide explanations of each side.
  2. Do you agree with this theory, or is there another theory with which you are more comfortable? What is that theory, and why do you think the way you do?
  3. Outline and discuss at least five internal corruption control strategies for police departments.
  4. Do the police have an obligation to participate in internal investigations and research about corruption? Why or why not?

INSTRUCTIONS: You must submit a paper of 500-750 words. Be sure to submit your project using the APA writing style in one WORD document. Compose your work in a .doc or .docx file type using a word processor (such as Microsoft Word, etc.)

Reference for the case study from the text book:

Katz, S. W. (2013). The Police in America. New York City: McGraw-Hill.

 

 

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